Nucor (NUE) CFO reports new RSU and option grants plus share withholding for taxes
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Nucor Corporation CFO, Treasurer and EVP John Leo Sullivan III reported routine equity compensation and related tax withholding transactions. He received a grant of 1,662 restricted stock units, each representing one share of common stock, which vest in three annual installments beginning on June 1, 2027, with possible acceleration upon death, disability, retirement, or a change in control. He also received 4,607 employee stock options with an exercise price of $251.49 per share, exercisable until May 31, 2036.
To cover income tax liabilities from prior restricted stock unit vesting, a total of 236 shares of common stock were withheld by Nucor at approximately $250.00 per share, recorded as tax-withholding dispositions rather than market sales. After these transactions, Sullivan directly holds about 5,276.62 shares of Nucor common stock plus the newly granted options.
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Insider Trade Summary
5 transactions reported
Mixed
5 txns
Insider
Sullivan III John Leo
Role
CFO, Treasurer and EVP
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Stock Option | 4,607 | $0.00 | -- |
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 1,662 | $0.00 | -- |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 38 | $250.00 | $10K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 99 | $250.00 | $25K |
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 99 | $250.00 | $25K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option — 4,607 shares (Direct, null);
Common Stock — 5,276.62 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- The shares of common stock reported are issuable to the reporting person upon vesting of restricted stock units that represent the right to receive one share of common stock. The restricted stock units vest in three annual installments commencing on June 1, 2027, subject to acceleration upon the date of termination of the reporting person's employment with the company by reason of death, disability or retirement, or upon a change in control of the company. The company will issue the shares of common stock represented by the units to the reporting person or, if applicable, his or her estate, as soon as administratively practicable after the units become vested Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of restricted stock units awarded on 6/1/23. Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of restricted stock units awarded on 6/1/24. Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of restricted stock units awarded on 6/1/25. Employee Stock Option (right to buy)
Key Figures
Restricted stock units granted: 1,662 shares
Stock options granted: 4,607 options
Option exercise price: $251.49 per share
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6 metrics
Restricted stock units granted
1,662 shares
RSUs vest in three annual installments starting June 1, 2027
Stock options granted
4,607 options
Right to buy common stock at $251.49, expiring May 31, 2036
Option exercise price
$251.49 per share
Employee stock option grant on June 1, 2026
Shares withheld for tax
236 shares
Tax-withholding dispositions at about $250.00 per share
Post-transaction common shares held
5,276.62 shares
Direct ownership after grants and tax withholding entries
Tax-withholding price
$250.00 per share
Price used for F-code tax-withholding dispositions
Key Terms
restricted stock units, change in control, tax liability, Employee Stock Option, +1 more
5 terms
restricted stock units financial
"The shares of common stock reported are issuable to the reporting person upon vesting of restricted stock units"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
change in control financial
"subject to acceleration upon the date of termination ... or upon a change in control of the company"
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
tax liability financial
"Represents shares withheld by the Issuer for payment of the tax liability incurred upon the vesting of restricted stock units"
Employee Stock Option financial
"Employee Stock Option (right to buy)"
An employee stock option is a promise that lets a worker buy company shares later at a predetermined price, often after they stay for a certain period or meet performance goals — think of it like a coupon that locks in today's price for a future purchase. It matters to investors because options align employees’ incentives with company performance, can increase the number of shares outstanding (dilution) when exercised, and represent a compensation cost that affects reported profits and shareholder value.
Form 4 regulatory
"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
